How to Say "to reconcile" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to reconcile” is “reconciliar” — B1 level.
Examples
El mediador intentó reconciliar a las dos familias.
The mediator tried to reconcile the two families.
Después de años de pelea, por fin se reconciliaron.
After years of fighting, they finally made up.
Es una gran noticia que ellos se hayan reconciliado.
It's great news that they have reconciled.
Using 'con' for People
When you want to say you are making up 'with' someone, you must use the word 'con' after the verb.
The 'Self' Form
To say 'we made up' or 'they made up,' you use the reflexive form (reconciliarse) by adding pronouns like 'nos' or 'se' before the verb.
Missing the 'with' connection
Mistake: “Reconcilié mi amigo.”
Correction: Me reconcilié con mi amigo (I made up with my friend). In Spanish, when you do the action to yourself/each other, you need 'me' and 'con'.
Other Meanings of “reconciliar”
“reconciliar” can also mean:
- making ideas or data consistent(B2, formal)
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